POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION - FAPESP FELLOWSHIP

European Commission; Brasil; Presencial; BRL 144.000 - 166.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A Comissão Europeia oferece uma posição de pesquisador pós-doutoral sob a bolsa FAPESP, focada no desenvolvimento de nanosistemas para a entrega controlada de agentes antimicrobianos em aquicultura. O projeto visa aumentar a eficácia do tratamento e reduzir a resistência microbiana, utilizando técnicas de nanoencapsulação com materiais biocompatíveis.

Qualificações

• Experiência em aplicações veterinárias ou de aquicultura.
• Expertise em caracterização física e biológica de compostos encapsulados.
• Conhecimento em métodos físico-químicos para quantificação e identificação.

Responsabilidades

• Desenvolver e otimizar técnicas de nanoencapsulação.
• Avaliar a eficácia de agentes encapsulados.
• Colaborar com equipes multidisciplinares.

Conhecimentos

Experiência em nanoencapsulação

Trabalho em equipe multidisciplinar

Comunicação em Português e Inglês

Formação académica

PhD ou equivalente

Ferramentas

HPLC-MS/MS

GC

UV-Vis

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Organisation/Company LAPROFAR Department Pharmacy Research Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Brazil Application Deadline 15 Nov 2025 - 23:59 (America/Sao_Paulo) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION - FAPESP FELLOWSHIP

Project Title: Controlled Delivery of Antimicrobial Agents for Aquaculture: Enhancing Efficacy and Reducing Microbial Resistance, and Environmental Contamination

Research area: Nanoencapsulation, Biocompatible materials, Lipid systems, Polymer systems, Hydrocolloids, Controlled release, Mitigation of antimicrobial resistance, Fish Farming

Work Place: Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Ribeirão Preto - FCFRP/USP

PD Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Wanderley Pereira de Oliveira (Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Processes R&D - LAPROFAR-FCFRP/USP).

Duration: 12 months (renewable according to FAPESP regulations)

Activities Description: This postdoctoral position focuses on the development of nanosystems for the controlled delivery of antimicrobial agents in aquaculture, aiming to enhance treatment efficacy, reduce microbial resistance, and minimize environmental impact. The project will employ nanoencapsulation techniques using biocompatible materials, including lipid systems, polymers, and hydrocolloids, to ensure targeted and sustained release, increasing bioavailability and reducing the need for frequent dosing. Additionally, methods will be developed to incorporate these products into fish feed and assess their release. The work aligns with the 'One Health' concept and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Develop and optimize nanoencapsulation techniques using biocompatible materials, including lipid systems and hydrocolloids, for the controlled release of antimicrobials; 2. Evaluate the efficacy of encapsulated agents in reducing microbial resistance and environmental contamination; 3. Design methods for monitoring the release and bioavailability of encapsulated antimicrobials; 4. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to scientific publications and technical reports; 5. Ensure compliance with FAPESP regulations, including maintaining full dedication to the project.

Desired Qualifications: - Proven experience in nanoencapsulation and controlled release systems, particularly in veterinary or aquaculture applications; Expertise in the physicochemical and biological characterization of encapsulated compounds, and antimicrobial testing assays; Strong multidisciplinary teamwork skills, with excellent verbal and written communication in both Portuguese and English. Knowledge of physicochemical methods for substance quantification and identification (HPLC-MS/MS, GC, UV-Vis, and others) is a plus.

How to apply:

• Submit a cover letter describing your research interests and motivations;
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae witha link to your Lattes or ORCID for foreign applicants.
• Submit two letters of recommendation; and
• Academic records (Undergraduate and Postgraduate).

Selection will be based on document analysis and interviews with pre-selected candidates.

Submit Documents to: Prof. Dr. Wanderley Pereira Oliveira [e-mail]

Deadline for applications: November 15, 2024 - Fellowship Start Date: January 1, 2025

Yearly stipends: BRL144,000.00 (nearly USD26,000– tax-free)+ research fundequivalent to 10% of the yearly value for items directly related to the research activity (See at:https://fapesp.br/bolsas/pd )

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Technology » Nanotechnology Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: - Proven experience in nanoencapsulation and controlled release systems, particularly in veterinary or aquaculture applications; Expertise in the physicochemical and biological characterization of encapsulated compounds, and antimicrobial testing assays; Strong multidisciplinary teamwork skills, with excellent verbal and written communication in both Portuguese and English. Knowledge of physicochemical methods for substance quantification and identification (HPLC-MS/MS, GC, UV-Vis, and others) is a plus.

Specific Requirements

Activities Description: This postdoctoral position focuses on the development of nanosystems for the controlled delivery of antimicrobial agents in aquaculture, aiming to enhance treatment efficacy, reduce microbial resistance, and minimize environmental impact. The project will employ nanoencapsulation techniques using biocompatible materials, including lipid systems, polymers, and hydrocolloids, to ensure targeted and sustained release, increasing bioavailability and reducing the need for frequent dosing. Additionally, methods will be developed to incorporate these products into fish feed and assess their release. The work aligns with the 'One Health' concept and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Develop and optimize nanoencapsulation techniques using biocompatible materials, including lipid systems and hydrocolloids, for the controlled release of antimicrobials; 2. Evaluate the efficacy of encapsulated agents in reducing microbial resistance and environmental contamination; 3. Design methods for monitoring the release and bioavailability of encapsulated antimicrobials; 4. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to scientific publications and technical reports; 5. Ensure compliance with FAPESP regulations, including maintaining full dedication to the project.